Gold Branding Push: President Irfaan Ali launched “El Dorado Reimagined,” positioning Guyana as a global hub for premium gold products and jewellery manufacturing, alongside the unveiling of the country’s first-ever locally minted 60th Independence commemorative gold medallion made from 100% Guyanese gold. Sugar Pressure: Ali again threatened a management shake-up at GuySuCo over missed targets, warning of estate rationalisation and senior-level changes. Oil Money Math: New financials show CNOOC’s 2025 Stabroek Block earnings outpacing Guyana’s take, reigniting debate over how much the country should receive under the 2016 PSA. Labour & Safety Watch: The EKAA HRIM quarry dispute remains in focus after a worker death is elevated to a multi-agency task force, while the company denies exploitation claims. Power Disruptions: GPL says a third excavator-caused outage hit Sophia, and it will pursue legal action against the contractor. Transport Affordability: Government reiterated it has absorbed billions to cushion fuel and transport costs, pushing back against fare hikes. Health & Infrastructure: 23 bids were received for the Dorothy Bailey Health Centre in Georgetown, with tender amounts ranging widely. Sports & Culture: Independence weekend energy continues, from Night of Legends at the stadium to historic girls’ U15 football in Region Two.